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Why do medical assistants count respirations while appearing to take the pulse?
Medical Assistants listen and watch for respiration while taking a pulse reading because: 1) They are multi-tasking 2) They are trying to do it inconspicuously so that the patient doesn't purposely breathe too fast or too slow, affecting the pulse. T.Cooper, MA Student
What body system is pulse with?
The pulse rate is actually the number of times your heart pumps blood out to the body. SSOOOOOO pulse rate be's in the Cardiovascular System.
Is the pulse rate at regular intervals?
A pulse rate at regular intervals typically indicates a normal and steady heart rate. Irregularities in pulse rate may suggest underlying health issues and should be monitored by a healthcare professional.
What is the pulse rate of a fish?
Fish do not have a pulse rate in the same way that mammals do. Instead, their hearts beat at a steady rate that varies by species. Generally, a fish's heart rate is much slower than that of a mammal.
Why is the pulse rate low in the morning?
The pulse rate is typically lower in the morning because during sleep, the body's metabolic rate and physical activity decrease. This can result in a slower heart rate. Additionally, the body's natural circadian rhythm can also play a role in lowering the pulse rate in the morning.
What is the medical term for a person with a low pulse rate?
Bradycardia is the medical term for a low pulse rate, which is typically defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute. Bradycardia can be normal in athletes or due to certain medical conditions or medications.
What is a pulse deficit?
A pulse deficit is the difference in the heart rate and pulse rate when both are checked simultaneously. Pulse deficits are quite often a sign of decreased cardiac output.
What is the medical term meaning the number of times a minute the heart beat is felt on the arterial wall?
The pulse rate is the number of times you can feel the heart beat.99You are descibing the pulse, or heart rate.
What can happen if normal pulse rate goes under or over?
An average adult human's pulse rate at rest is anywhere between 60 to 100 beats per minute (bpm). A pulse rate of less than 60 bpm is known as bradycardia, and maybe associated with medical conditions such as hypothyroidism. A pulse rate of more than 100 bpm is known as tachycardia, and is often associated with increased activity or medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism.
What is the medical term meaning very rapid heartbeat beginning in the ventricles?
Ventricular tachycardia is the term for rapid heart rate starting in the ventricles. Any resting pulse rate over 100 in an adult is defined as tachycardia.
Can you have arithmia when your pulse rate is high?
Why do you have your pulse rate taken? Why do you have your pulse rate taken?
How are your breathing rate and pulse rate related?
The breathing rate and pulse rate are related proportionally. If the breathing rate increases, so does the pulse rate. The pulse rate is an indication of the breathing rate.
What pulse rate is a medical emergency?
Your pulse rate depends on two things, if you are a well trained athlete or not. For adults that are not well trained athletes the normal pulse rate is 60-100 beats per minute. If you are a well trained athletes have a pulse rate of 40-60 beats per minute. For more information visit http://www.righthealth.com
Should I seek medical advice if my pulse rate has risen and I feel faint and sick?
yes
What illnesses have a decreased pulse rate?
what could be the reason that my oxygen level drops below 80 at times during my sleep? i do not have sleep apnea.
The pulse rate is equal to?
the pulse rate is usually equal to the heart rate
What is your pulse rate when you are playing football?
Your pulse rate is faster
